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Point Pleasant Surf Forecast, New Jersey

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Point Pleasant surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor - Fair
Wave Height
2-3+ft
waist to chest high
Swell Period
7.1s
Wind
11mph
S / Gusts 17mph
Conditions
Poor - Fair
Active Swells
Wind Swell
4.5ft @ 7sSSE

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 312-3ft
Poor - Fair
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 13-4ft
Fair

The sweet spot is around midday — 3-4ft waves, 10mph SW winds, fair - good conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up. Sea breeze fills back in by mid-afternoon so get on it early.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s SSE|9-13mph SW
Thu, Apr 23-4ft
Poor

Slim pickings today — 2-3ft and poor with 16mph NE winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s SSE|16-17mph ENE
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Point Pleasant Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
E
Best Wind
W
Season
Fall

Point Pleasant is a classic New Jersey beach break situated along the northern Ocean County coastline, where sandbars shift seasonally to produce punchy, workable waves that suit surfers of all levels. Facing roughly east-northeast into the Atlantic, this spot picks up a solid range of swells from nor'easters and tropical systems, with fall delivering the most consistent and powerful surf. The area is well-loved by the local New Jersey surf community and offers a laid-back atmosphere with easy beach access.

Rip currentsCrowded lineups in summerSeasonal beach closuresJetty rocks nearby

Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.

Point Pleasant Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Point Pleasant?
The current wave height at Point Pleasant is 2-3+ft with a 7.1s swell period. Wind is S at 11mph. Conditions are rated Poor - Fair.
How accurate is the Point Pleasant surf forecast?
Our Point Pleasant forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends.
What is the breaking wave height at Point Pleasant?
The current breaking wave height at Point Pleasant is 2-3+ft, produced by a 4.5ft SSE wind swell swell at 7s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
When is the best time to surf Point Pleasant?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Point Pleasant is Wednesday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 8s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.